Benjamin Harrison actually said...

"The commissioners representing the Hawaiian Government have consented to leave to the future and to the just and benevolent purposes of the United States the adjustment of all such questions."

"The influence and interest of the United States in the islands must be increased and not diminished."

"Only two courses are now open--one the establishment of a protectorate by the United States, and the other annexation full and complete."

"Prompt action upon this treaty is very desirable."